Winter hike Culinary Winter Tour

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Ellmau / Kaiser Mountains
Route length: 14.0 km
Duration: 6:15 h

Culinary hut tour to the Rübezahl-Alm, Jägerhütte and Hochschwendt.

Tour information

  • Length: 14.0 km
  • Duration: 6:15 h
  • Elevation uphill:600 hm
  • Elevation downhill:600 hm
Highest point1,410 m

Starting point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)

Finishing point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
  • Fitness level 6 / 6
  • Technique 2 / 6

Features

  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Trail condition

The path conditions vary between short sections on asphalt and snow-covered winter hiking trails.

Equipment

Sturdy, high-top hiking boots with a non-slip treaded sole (waterproof), weather-appropriate outdoor clothing (breathable) incl. change of clothes, sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, headwear), rain protection (rain jacket/poncho, pocket umbrella, backpack cover), cold protection (hat, gloves), provisions (sufficient fluids – warm drinks and snacks), optional hiking poles (height-adjustable), first-aid kit, mobile phone with fully charged battery, headlamp, plastic bag for waste, hiking map, tour description and information material (GPX track), ID, insurance card, cash.
Source: TVB Wilder Kaiser

Description

Walk from the village center towards the Hartkaiserbahn. At the junction to the valley station, however, continue straight ahead uphill. Passing the "Bergdoktor-Praxis", the route leads through the district of Faistenbichl until you turn left onto the forest path towards Rübezahl-Alm and follow it up to the rustic alpine hut. Culinary delicacies and a fantastic view of the Wilder Kaiser round off the hike. If you have enough stamina, continue hiking uphill to the Jägerhütte, where you can enjoy the magnificent panorama on the sun terrace.
Return the same way until you reach the asphalt road. Here, a detour to the Berggasthof Hochschwendt with its popular cakes and Tyrolean specialties is worthwhile (additional approx. 1 hour walking time there and back). Leisurely make your way back down into the valley and to the village center of Ellmau.

Nearby huts and mountain restaurants

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    865+866 VVT-Regiobuslines: Ellmau Dorf/Bauhof 
    41+42+44+45 Skibus lines: Ellmau Dorfplatz (Steig A)
    43 Skibus line: Ellmau Kirche

    You can find further information and the timetables on this page: Local Transport | Wilder Kaiser

  • Parking

    Heading from Wörgl or Kufstein on the B178 road, take the first exit to Ellmau and then take the first exit at the roundabout. Drive along the bypass, then turn towards the centre of Ellmau when you reach the end (between MPreis and the Sporthotel). Continue straight on until you see the Tourist Info on the right-hand side (short-stay parking zone). The hiking starting point is located opposite this on the left-hand side.

    Heading from St. Johann on the B178 road, take the first exit to Ellmau and drive straight on through the town until you see the Tourist Info on the right-hand side (short-stay parking zone). The hiking starting point is located opposite this on the left-hand side.

    Public car parks in Ellmau centre or west (800 m) - pay & display

Weather

Today

moderate rain
9°C/4°C
90%5.9l5 km/h

Wed

cloudy
10°C/4°C
50%3.2l5 km/h

Thu

light rain showers
10°C/5°C
85%13.6l5 km/h
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